Pride, Prejudice and Mistletoe (2018) - full transcript

Rip-Fixes-Sync
by VaVooM

Good morning, Desmond.

Darcy Fitzwilliam

- every day, like clockwork.
- This is for you.

Darcy, you shouldn't have.
Thank you.

What are the odds there's

a winning lottery ticket in here?

You know, for tuition...

- Wait, he got in?
- Early acceptance.

My son's going to Stanford!
The first one in our family!

That is such wonderful,
wonderful news!



- You must be so proud.
- I'm gonna be working here...

...'til I'm 106, but it's good,
it's good, you know.

If only I could afford
your minimums, you know,

and throw you some of my
money to invest for me.

Hey, if you want to invest with us,
I'll take care of you.

- Don't worry about our minimums.
- Really?

Maybe me and my wife could have
something for our retirement.

It's what I do.

Alright. Well, just for that,
coffee is on the house today.

Absolutely not.
I am paying.

Your son is going to Stanford,
so exciting!

Hey, merry Christmas! And we're
gonna talk when I get back.

Yes, we will.
Thank you, Darcy. Merry Christmas!

Let me know
if you have any questions



about these financial statements.
Just call me.

I won't be in the office
over the holidays,

but I'm always available to you.

I'll try and leave you alone
so that you can enjoy Christmas.

You can wake me
from a deep sleep, Mark.

I always have time for
my favourite client.

I bet you say that
to all your accounts.

Only when I mean it.

I knew I made the right choice
going with you, Darcy.

And I will make sure you never
regret it. Merry Christmas, Mark.

Merry Christmas.

OK, I've got all your
gifts organized.

- Home, mailroom staff, accounting.
- Great.

How did it go with Mark Spencer?

- Good. He's happy.
- Of course he is.

His portfolio has grown 22%
in 8 months thanks to you.

So why do you look so unhappy?

I'm not unhappy.
I'm very, very happy.

And I'm very, very convinced.

I'm fine, Erica.

I'm just really looking forward
to the break.

From work or from Carl?

Both?

My partners aren't exactly
thrilled with me right now,

but I think as long as I can
keep Mark Spencer happy,

they have nothing
to complain about.

Exactly.

So, I'm going to throw myself
into the holidays...

...and not think about all this
for a minute.

I think it's great that you're
going home for Christmas,

instead of working through
the holidays like last year.

No, I will be working.

My mother is actually throwing
the Pemberley League holiday auction.

The family who was supposed to do it,
they dropped out at the last minute,

so we have to basically plan the equivalent
of a wedding in about seven days.

That sounds... fun?

Yeah, that's not the word I would use,
but it's just the distraction I need.

- Car's here to take you to the airport.
- Great.

You've got this.

That's yet to be seen,
but let's keep hope alive.

Merry Christmas.

Off to Ohio?

Yes, but I'm available by phone
if you or the other partners need me.

I sent an e-mail with the projected
profit margins for the accounts,

big and small, and the
numbers look great, Austin.

Yeah, of course.

I really think we can continue
to grow and expand even more

if we just lower our
investment minimums.

And then, there are those who say,
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it".

You know,
when we started this firm,

we agreed we'd always hear
each other out.

And we will.
I hear you.

But I don't want you to worry
about any of this now, Darcy.

You just enjoy the holidays
with your family

and I'll hold down the fort.

- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.

I'm on my way to the airport now.
I can't wait to see you.

Yeah, actually, your father
arranged a pick-up for you

because I have a meeting with the caterer,
and he's still gonna be at the office.

Wait, who?

We invited Carl to the auction
when you were still together,

and then he and Dad arranged
meetings for this week, so...

Mom, really?

He still does work for the company,
honey, and he's a good man.

I know he's a good man;

I just don't know
if he's the man for me.

I just need some time
to figure things out.

It's only been a month.

Well, anyway, you and I are
gonna be busy with the auction,

and he and Dad are
gonna be busy at work.

Listen, I'll just hire a car for you
if it's uncomfortable.

No, it's fine.
Carl and I are still friends.

- I just hope he realizes that's all it is.
- I'm sure he does.

Have a safe flight.
I love you, darling.

Bye, Mom.

And the things you are trying
to get away from, follow you home.

Thanks.

- Carl!
- Hey.

- Hey.
- Let me help you with that.

No, I can get it.

I know this is weird for you,
but your dad booked

these meetings and
insisted I still come.

What could I do?
He's... he's my boss.

I know. Once he gets an idea
in his mind,

it's hard to change it.

Sounds like someone else I know.

Listen, I...

I didn't mean to hurt you, Carl.

I know. And I take responsibility
for my part.

We're both so busy,
and I wasn't always present.

It's not just that, it's...
Everything in my life

seems to work and yet
I still feel unsettled.

I need some time to clear my
head and figure out what I want.

- I get it. You need space.
- Yeah. I'm not saying never.

Just not while my head
is so unclear.

OK, but I really do believe
we're meant to be together.

And this one is a turkey pot pie
with a whipped garlic mashed potato.

It's a little spin
on a traditional Christmas dinner.

I like to get creative
with the classics.

You know,
I've thrown dozens of parties,

so why is it that I've never heard
your name before, Luke?

I'm actually new
to the catering scene.

I just bought this place
three months ago, and so far,

the only thing I've been able
to change is the menu.

When my friend said that
I had to come for a tasting,

I was skeptical, but already,

this is so much more
than the previous place.

I actually have plans
for a full rebrand.

A new name.
Renovations.

You won't be able to recognize
this place when I'm done with it.

Man with a plan.

So, the turkey pot pie on the menu
only for the holidays.

It's the most delicious food
I've ever tasted.

Good. Tell your friends.

No.
I want to show my friends.

I'd like to hire you to cater
the Pemberley League auction.

My predecessor was gonna do
all the cooking herself,

but then she had to back out,

and now everybody's
all booked for the holidays.

Then it's lucky for you that
no one knows that I exist yet.

Why don't I come up with
a few additional menu items

- and run them past you?
- Come by the house tomorrow?

- Absolutely.
- OK.

With this food,

everybody is gonna know
your name by Christmas day.

- See you tomorrow.
- See you.

- Darcy!
- You're here!

I just got in five minutes ago.

I'm sorry I didn't pick you up myself,
but the caterer went very quickly.

A few samples, I was sold!

Well, good, that's
one thing off our list.

I'm just so happy to have you
finally home for Christmas.

Mom, you talk like
it's been decades.

I missed two Christmases, and
I just saw you last month in New York.

Well, never enough for me.

But anyway, you're here now
and not a moment too soon.

We have so much to do, Darcy,
and so little time to do it.

Well, let's have a cup of tea,
and we will make an action plan.

OK. Let's go.

So when Marian Beckwith
couldn't host it anymore,

I couldn't just let it
be canceled.

I mean, we haven't hosted
this in years,

but this and Pemberley Carols
are the highlights of the season.

It's been years since I've been
to Pemberley Carols.

I can almost smell the roasted chestnuts
just thinking about it.

Well, it's not for a few days,

so if we can squeeze it in,
we'll go caroling in the square

and you will get your chestnuts.

That would be perfect.

Anyway,
Marian was behind on everything,

which has forced me
to play catch up

and we are low
on big-ticket auction items,

so this year, I'm going to do
something completely different.

Wait, you're auctioning
Christmas trees?

Custom Christmas Trees.
Aren't they exquisite?

A charity in Kirkwood had one
and look at the money they raised.

- Wait. Is that per tree?
- Yes!

I've hired a top-notch
designer to create them,

in record time no less, and
people are already intrigued.

It feels... fresh.

I like it even more. Fresh and
exciting is just what I need.

Well, you have worked so hard
to build something incredible

and I hope that this Christmas you can
just enjoy the fruits of your labour.

Yeah.

What's the matter, Darce?

Nothing. I...

Don't get me wrong, Mom,
I love my work; I just...

I feel like
I'm missing something.

Anyway, it's good I'm here now.

Spending time with family.
Dinner with Caylee tonight.

It's good.

Well, know that I'm very proud
of you.

And though your father doesn't
admit it often, he is too.

But he would be more so
if I came back and worked for him.

Well, I've asked him to lay off
the pressure this week.

Thank you.

If he hears I'm unsettled,
he'll just say, "I told you so".

No, he won't say that, honey.

He'll be thinking it,
he just won't say it out loud.

He promised.

Thanks, Mom.

- Everyone decent in here?
- Caylee!

- Hi!
- Hi!

So, hurry up and finish
whatever it is you're doing!

Just researching.

Five tips to throwing
a super fundraiser.

Well, the Internet will still be here
when we get back from dinner,

So let's go! We have
so much catching up to do.

I just talked to you
a few weeks ago.

I have more to tell now.

I didn't want to say anything
until I knew it was something,

but...
the new man in my life,

- Jim Bennett!
- Wait, Jim Bennett?

How do I know that name?
Did he go to Pemberley High?

Wait a second.
Is he Luke Bennett's brother?

Yes, but please
don't hold that against him.

What do you mean?

Luke Bennett and I had a silly high
school rivalry, like two decades ago.

You guys used to fight
all the time.

We did not fight; we debated, which
is what you do on the debate team.

On the stage, yes, but you
guys took it off the stage.

- To the cafeteria, the hallways...
- OK, fine.

But I'm sure we both have changed.
I mean, I know I have.

Good. Because we're having
dinner with Jim tonight

and Luke might be there.

And by "might", I mean he will
because he owns the tavern now.

Great! Yeah, no problem.

Look at you, making a name for
yourself on the Pemberley party circuit.

Still got a long way to go but
the place is half full tonight.

Don't sell yourself short.

It was always your dream, owning
a restaurant, and now you're doing it.

Dad would be proud.

Let's hold off on the celebration
until the vision is complete.

Soon enough, little brother.
Soon enough. Hey!

And I'm hoping you'll come to my
White Elephant party tomorrow night

just for a little bit.

Luke is letting me have it here,
because my place is so small.

Yeah, of course, I'll come.

I mean, you'll never have
enough pointless gifts in my life.

- Luke Bennett.
- Darcy Fitzwilliam.

OK, I'm gonna go sit with Jim.

- My old sparring partner.
- Who are you calling old?

Never you.
You look good.

I heard that you got in today.

Yeah. There's nothing like
Christmas in Pemberley, right?

I'm surprised
to hear you say that.

From my understanding,
you've missed the last few.

And how would you know that?
Have you been checking up on me?

People talk around here. It's
the information superhighway.

Really? That's
interesting because I heard

that you've actually been
in Cincinnati until recently.

So now, who's doing the
checking up? I'm flattered.

Yeah. No, don't be.
It was on the alumni website.

Along with 300 other bios
and you remembered mine?

I'm honoured
to be on your radar.

The great and charmed Darcy Fitzwilliam
always destined for huge success.

You say that almost
like it's a bad thing.

No, I'm happy for you.
We should all be so lucky.

Luck. Yeah, I mean, maybe
it's not so much luck;

maybe it's, you know, hard work.

A little luck on the side.

I could say the same for you.
I mean, you own a restaurant.

- That's not nothing.
- That is a double negative.

You're still correcting me.
Really?

After all these years,
you just can't help yourself?

You know, really, I think
that you should be thanking me.

I think I deserve a little bit
of credit for your success.

- Really? Is that so?
- We challenged each other.

That is why we went
all the way to state.

OK, so see, all these
years later. I'm sorry,

I didn't realize it was some
secret reverse psychology

- you were using on me.
- Maybe I just knew a good team

- when I saw one.
- OK.

We'll get you guys some menus.

I think it's safe to
say he hasn't changed.

- Darcy.
- Hi, Dad.

Hi.

- How was your dinner with Caylee?
- It was good. It was nice.

We... we had fun.

I'm sorry I wasn't here
when you got in,

but we'll have plenty of time
over the holidays to catch up.

Your mother has saved
the Christmas tree

so we can all decorate it
together.

I am sure she did. It is
one of our best traditions.

Your brother gets in
the day after tomorrow,

so that's when we'll do it.
We're so thrilled

to have everyone here
this year.

Especially when your mother said
you were a little bit unsettled?

Everything's fine, Dad.
I just needed a break.

If you came back and worked
for me, you could have all...

I think
you made a promise to Mom.

- She mentioned that.
- Yeah.

- Forewarned is forearmed, right?
- I will do

my best, but I will never
apologize for wanting

your incredible talent
at my company.

That means a lot to
me, Dad, it really does,

but... I needed to make it
on my own, and I feel

- like there's more I can do.
- Like what?

- I'm working on it.
- OK.

Understood. I promise,

I will not mention it again.

- Until you do.
- I could slip.

Good morning!

OK, I have mapped it all out.

We are going to have passed
hors d'oeuvres,

and then we're gonna have
a dessert station

right in front of the bay window
in the living room

right by the silent-auction items.

And I was thinking,

what if we lined the perimeter
of the dining room

with the trees
and had the auction there?

Well, you have really thought
this through.

I want to outraise
previous years.

I hope we can. As I said,
Marian was behind on everything,

including collecting donations
for the auction.

I just hope those trees are
as great as the designer says

- they're gonna be.
- Don't you worry, Mom!

This year has the Fitzwilliam
name attached to it;

I am going to make sure
it is the best year yet.

That must be the caterer.

Your father will let him in.
But come, and I'll introduce you

because you're gonna be working
with him anyway.

Great!

Thank you for helping us
on such short notice.

- Luke?!
- Darcy!

You two know each other?

We went to high school together.

We were both
on the debate team.

That's right! I'm so sorry for not
making the connection yesterday.

Well, this is perfect because you two
already know how to work well together.

- You did take that state championship.
- Yeah.

Darcy and I always
did make a great team.

Yeah.

OK, so I have put together
a few different menus for you,

but it depends on which direction
you're gonna be going with your theme.

Well, we're benefiting
the Pemberley Youth Center

so we're calling it
"A Season for Giving".

Yeah, I guess that works.
Let me show you what I had in mind.

This whole place becomes
a Winter Wonderland.

We remove all the furniture.

Food table goes here
right by the window

with a presentation
to go along with the motif.

That's actually where
I'm putting the dessert table.

OK.
Just hear me out for a second.

The guests, they mingle here
by the roaring fire.

We give it a nice,
inclusive living room feel,

and the food
has a contemporary twist.

"Pancetta-wrapped beef tenderloin

"with horseradish cream,
honey-roasted figs,

yule log with cognac glaze".

Luke, you've done a lot
for one day.

I want it to be more than just food,
Mrs. Fitzwilliam,

- I want it to be an experience.
- Please, call me Gloria.

Mrs. Fitzwilliam is my mother-in-law's name,
and she hates sharing that title.

Will do.

This is all very innovative Luke,
and I love the Winter Wonderland feel.

It's warm and cozy.

Yeah, but the theme is
"A Season for Giving".

Inside a Winter Wonderland.

Right, but I've actually
already mapped this out.

The decorations, the tables,
the silent-auction area...

So, you can meld the two together.
Your ideas and Luke's.

In fact, Luke, we could really use
someone with your instincts

- to help Darcy execute the whole event.
- Mom, I really don't...

I don't think that's...

In the past,
I always had an event planner,

but at the 11th hour, no one was available,
and we are on such a time crunch.

- I appreciate that...
- You know, people who come

to this fundraiser throw parties,
lots of parties.

This could be the best publicity
you could ever wish for.

And, darling, I know you like
to do things your way,

but just accept the help.

You two handle your end;
I'll find more auction items,

and together, we just
might pull this off.

Alright, well, I guess
we better get shopping.

For my theme.

- Actually, it's our collective theme.
- Sure, why not?

Look, they're setting
up for Pemberley Carols.

It's so nice.
I hope we can come.

But four days though,
there's just so much to do.

And it's my mom.

OK, she needs me to pick up an auction
item at the gift store down here.

And I need
to get on my supply order

and call the service
to hire extra wait staff

since your mother
loved my idea so much.

Well, you are just gonna keep
reminding me...

- ...of that forever, aren't you?
- Probably, yeah.

Listen, have you ever catered
an event before?

Yeah, I cater a restaurant
full of people every day.

It's not the same thing.

Have you ever thrown
a charity event before?

No, but my family has,
and I've always helped out.

It's not the same thing.
We're both rookies here.

I'm not a rookie because I've
thrown other types of parties.

I fed other types of people.
I think I'm up to the task.

OK. Well, good because this
party has to be a success...

- ...and I don't do anything halfway.
- Good. Neither do I.

OK, good.
Then, we're in agreement.

Good! I...
have nothing else to say.

Good!

I'll be right back.

Hi! I'm Darcy Fitzwilliam.
I'm here to pick up a donation

for the Pemberley League's
holiday auction.

Are you Charlene Johanson?

Yes. Of course.
I have it right over here.

Great! Your store is
so beautifully decorated.

That Christmas tree in the window
is just amazing!

Thank you. I'm trying
to build up my clientele.

I do interior design
on the side,

and this place at Christmas tends
to be a good conversation starter.

I'm sorry. It's not much,
I wish I could do more.

This is beautiful.

Really, we appreciate
your donation so much.

- I'll make sure you're properly credited.
- Anything for Pemberley League.

Merry Christmas.

OK. I have the silent-auction item,
and I think we're good on decorations.

OK, well,
I can take you home,

but then I have to get back
to the restaurant to start to prep

for Caylee's party.

So you will have
to start decorating alone.

Well, you know what they say,

"If you want something done right,
do it yourself".

Unless you're racing on a bicycle
built for two.

Darcy!

Carl! Hi!

I was actually gonna meet
your dad up the street.

Did you see that 4J Medical
closed at $25 a share?

I did. It practically doubled.

- That's a good call, Darcy,
putting clients in that one.

Sometimes, an instinct pays off.

It's stocks.
Boring business stuff.

Sorry. Carl Downs,
this is Luke Bennett. He's our...

We're old friends.

We're old friends, and he's
actually catering the auction.

I see.

And Carl works for my dad,

and he actually heads up
our New York office

since my dad is mostly here
in Pemberley.

- It's nice to meet you.
- Yeah. You too.

- I guess I'll see you soon.
- Yeah, see you soon.

So what was that about?

It's a long story.

So if we can just keep
the momentum going. Hi, honey!

- Hey!
- That is gonna be so beautiful.

But why don't you save
the decorating for later...

...since you have Caylee's party.

I was just getting a head start.

I mean, it is no easy task making
this place a Winter Wonderland.

We can do the Christmas tree
tomorrow night...

- ...when your brother gets here.
- We'll get it done.

Go have fun with your friends.

Hey, Erica, you're there late.

Darcy, something very weird
is going on around here.

What do you mean?

Partners' meeting
tomorrow afternoon.

I don't know anything about
a partners' meeting.

I think that's the point.

Well, I wasn't invited.

I overheard Austin's assistant
talking about it in the break room.

You're definitely not invited.

Well, I imagine I will be the topic
of conversation at this meeting.

So what are we gonna do?

Listen, don't tell anyone
I know about it

and patch me in
via videoconference.

An ambush, I love it.

No, it's not an ambush,
but we're partners.

If they have something
they want to say to me,

they should say it to my face.

Darce, everything alright?

Yeah.

- Yeah, no, it's... it's all good.
- Well, OK.

I'm here if you need me.

- Thanks, Dad.
- Have a good time tonight?

Goodnight, Dad.

Alright, alright!

Who is White Elephant number 9?

That's me.

Darcy, come on up and choose
a present under the tree.

Or if you like, you can steal
one of these already-opened gifts.

We have the cross-eyed owl
or the talking golf putter.

Well, as wonderful as those seem,
I am gonna choose a new one.

And I choose this.

Darce, you know the rules.

If it's wearable,
you have to put it on.

Yes! Alright, you guys,
let's take a little break.

We have to try some of
Luke's amazing appetizers.

- If you haven't tasted them already...
- It is the rules.

Well, this is just... I mean,
it's everything I ever wanted.

What are the rules as far as how
long we have to keep this stuff on?

I don't know, but I'm guessing
it's at least January 1st.

What?!

No way, it's not fair 'cause
yours looks really great.

- Yeah.
- Listen, don't tell anybody,

but the second I get to my car,
I'm taking this off.

Are you leaving?

I mean, not right this second,
but soon, yeah.

We have
to start so early tomorrow.

We're already behind
as it is, and...

...there's just so much weighing
on this.

You OK?

Fine.

I just... There's some stuff
going on at the office.

It's nothing major.

Do you want to talk about it?
I'm actually a pretty good listener.

Please!
Are you kidding me?

You listen just enough
to take the contrary position.

You take the pro, I'm the con.

I don't know if you'd want
to call yourself a con.

Noted. Look, Darcy,

over the next few days,
we're in this together.

You're gonna let me in eventually,
so why all the mystery?

There's no mystery.

What you see is what you get.

I am not buying this
everything's fine routine.

Stuff that's going on with your company,
the guy who works for your dad...

Maybe I could help.

I don't need help.

Sorry. You first.

- No. You first.
- I insist.

- I insist more.
- You have a job to do.

Customer goes first.

One of us needs to step away
pretty quick here.

Why?

Are you kidding me? Really?
You put mistletoe in the doorway?

What? It's tradition.

It was started by ancient civilizations
who believed it warded off evil spirits.

- I also think it's poisonous.
- Please, it's mistletoe!

It's... You know, it hangs there,
people kiss... Christmas.

Are you telling me
you don't actually know

the significance of a kiss
under the mistletoe?

Is the great Luke Bennett
losing his touch?

No.
I'm just a little unprepared,

but I'll research it
and I'll get back to you.

Although, I do think that we should
probably honour its tradition.

Don't hold your breath.

Well, I got some pushback.

And I said, "Either I'm taking
Christmas week off to be with my family

or I'm finding another hospital".

It's been madness.

He's working in the ER, what?
Three, four nights a week?

He gets home
when I'm leaving for work.

Like two ships passing
in the morning.

Well, I said to Dad,

"We are waiting till everyone is
here before we decorate the tree".

We'll do it tonight.

I can't think of anything
more wonderful

than having my whole family
here at Christmas.

I second that.

Can't believe I'm actually
seeing you in person.

- You've grown!
- What are you talking about?

We FaceTime every other day.

Yeah, I know. I'm just happy
to see you unpixelated.

I can't believe no one woke me
when you guys got here.

- This feels complete now.
- Yes.

And at last, there were six.

No, we're just... we're just five.
Carl and I broke up.

He's still in town, but...

...we are just five.

We're not talking about Carl.
We're six now.

Or at least we'll be in June.

- This is cheerful news!
- What a blessing!

I don't know what we're gonna do
with our schedules, but...

- We're gonna make it work.
- Yes!

- I'm so happy!
- Get something for us to toast with.

Cocoa will be nice,
I'll help.

And I'm gonna go upstairs
and freshen up.

That red-eye was brutal, so...

- I can't believe this!
- Yeah.

Oh, my gosh! The best news.

- Yeah.
- I can't believe it.

First, you get promoted
to attending position,

- ...and now you're gonna be a dad.
- Yeah.

- So happy for you, Parker.
- I'm happy for you too, Darce.

We're both making it happen and
getting everything we always wanted.

What's wrong?

Nothing.

Darcy...

I just...
I mean, I look at your life...

and it is so beautiful
and complete and...

and I look at my life,
and, I don't know,

- is this what I'm working toward?
- And what about Carl?

It just wasn't progressing.
Nothing seems to be...

I don't know, just being home
and seeing everyone so settled,

it's just kind of shined a light
on all that, you know?

Is Dad putting pressure
on you to come back?

He's...
on his best behaviour,

but I know he's secretly hoping
I'm gonna take over after he retires.

I can tell,
he has the worst poker face.

Yeah, but you're still digging
in your heels like you do.

Well, you know,
can't help myself.

I don't know, maybe the problem
is I'll never be satisfied.

And maybe you're looking for
satisfaction in all the wrong places.

Are you serious?

So I don't understand why you would
take this on in the first place.

This is completely unacceptable.

- Hey, what's going on?
- The designer for the trees,

- ...she's out.
- What? Why?

She must have obviously
overbooked herself,

and she's probably
a terrible businesswoman.

OK, what are we gonna do?
If we want to make money,

- we need a professional.
- I know!

I've got other people I can call,
but this close to the holidays...

Let's see who's available.

Don't know what I was thinking
to take this on

and I don't know how I could
ever have done it without you.

I'm happy to help.
Mom, just figure out the designer;

I'll handle
the rest of the logistics.

Hi!

So I'm here,
and I brought my truck as requested.

Great! Thanks, Luke. OK, so
you guys go pick up the trees;

I'll try and find
another designer.

Why do we need his truck?
And what trees?

The lot downtown is donating trees
for the foyer and the living room.

- Wait, what happened to the designer?
- Mom, why would you call Luke?

I can totally take Parker's car.
I can handle this.

You're gonna pick up three Christmas
trees by yourself in a rental car?

I would have figured it out.

Well, now, you don't have to!
So, you two, go pick up the trees;

I'm gonna try and stop
this event from imploding.

Wait.
What happened to the designer?

I'll tell you on the way.

Why don't you just wait here and I'll
get the guy to bring the trees over.

Hi! I'm here for the trees
that were donated.

- Do you want some help?
- No. I got it.

Are you sure? 'Cause it looks like
you could use some help.

- I'm totally fine.
- You're doing great!

- Yeah, just two more after that.
- Yep! Just... just two more.

- I'm so sorry.
- How about now?

- You want some help now?
- Yeah, yeah.

It would appear that I would.

No, you gotta say it
like you mean it.

I, Darcy Fitzwilliam,
would love your help.

Just get over here
and help me, please.

Thought you'd never ask.

I cannot believe this.

I'm so sorry.
We're going to pick them up.

Well, he's gonna pick them up.
Yeah.

Thank you.

- Just go ahead, say it.
- Wasn't gonna say anything.

You were dying to.
It's written all over your face.

OK, why do you go through life like
you always have something to prove?

Because I'm a Fitzwilliam.

Everyone assumes I've had everything
handed to me my whole life.

And there's nothing I can do
to convince them

I've actually earned my place.
I mean, you said it yourself.

You said it was DNA and luck
that got me where I am.

Well, I didn't really mean that.

I always envied how easy
you had it and maybe you just...

...made it look that way.

Wait. I always thought
the same thing about you!

You were always so
charming and magnetic.

I mean, you didn't even have to try,
and you'd win every single time.

I always felt like I had
to try extra hard to win.

It's no different
when you're not a Fitzwilliam.

So is that why you never went
to work for your dad?

No, I did work for my dad.

Yeah, and he taught
me everything I know.

But when it... it came time
for a promotion, I... I passed.

I could see the way people looked
at me in the office, and I...

I knew I'd never have
their respect.

- Why care what people think?
- I don't.

Who are you trying
to prove yourself to?

There's not a single person
in this town...

who ever doubted that you do
something exceptional with your life.

You don't have
to prove anything.

Thank you.

- We should...
- Yeah.

OK, Erica, I'm on.

Here goes. Patching you in.

We'll just table that 'til later.

Hi, everyone. Sorry I'm late
for the partners' meeting.

What did I miss?

With it being the holidays,

we didn't want to ruin your
trip with trivial details.

I am interested in all details,
trivial or otherwise.

Then I'll just come out
and say it.

We're all in agreement that if potential
clients can't meet our investment minimums,

we don't have the resources
to support them.

It will pay for itself
in the long run.

Our goal has always been to compete
with the biggest Wall Street players,

and we're almost there.

Yes. And by opening ourselves up
to all potential investors,

that only gets us there faster.

But, Darcy,

with all due respect, that's not
the vision we have for this firm,

and I think everyone at this table
is in agreement with that.

So what are you saying?

Either stay on this train
or hop off at the next station.

I'm not selling my share.

Understood, Darcy.

Why don't we all enjoy
our holidays

and we'll table this conversation
until after the first of the year.

No, I completely understand.
It really is short notice.

So thank you anyway! Bye!

Still no luck
finding a designer?

Four days before event, and
no one's available. Imagine that.

Well, I did get Caylee's uncle
to donate a gold bracelet

from his jewelry store,
so there's that.

I'm gonna go pick it up now.

Thank you, darling, that's wonderful, but
the trees, they're our big ticket items.

I don't know what we're gonna do, but
we're gonna figure something out, Mom.

Well, better do it soon.

Hi!

So you made it?

Around this time of year,
most of my interior-design jobs

...are Christmas decorating.
That window is my calling card.

The trees really auction off
for a lot?

Yes. And yours is just as beautiful
as the ones at the Kirkwood auction.

You can definitely have that one,
but how many more will you need?

Five.

I know,
but you could have the help

you could possibly need
from me and my entire family.

And it would be a great
opportunity for you as well.

OK, count me in.

You have a truck
that could fit that tree?

No, but I know someone
who does.

So, Charlene will put the tree
back together tomorrow,

and I'm just glad we're able to bring
most of the stuff to the house tonight.

I just hope she's able to
finish all these trees in time.

A few trees are better than none,
and I'll do whatever I can to help out.

Good, thank you.

She said her supplier is actually gonna
be donating all the tree trimmings.

Best thing about Pemberley:
we show up for each other.

And I'm glad it's Charlene
and not just,

you know, not some fancy designer who
"we need her more than she needs us".

- You like helping people.
- But don't tell anyone.

I don't want to ruin my image
of being all charmed and spoiled.

My lips are sealed.
Let's say we take a little break.

Just maybe an hour to
check out Pemberley Carols.

It's not like we can do much
without Charlene tonight anyways,

and it looks like
everyone else is going.

- It's a big night for the town.
- So what do you think?

I think we are going caroling.

And I'm finally gonna get
my roasted chestnuts.

You know, I've actually never
even tried a roasted chestnut.

What?! OK, there are so many
things wrong with that statement.

Least of which, you're a chef.

- Is it criminal?
- Yeah. It's totally criminal.

Smell that?

- Yep.
- Smells great, what is it?

- Home.
- And chestnuts.

- My girl came through for me today.
- Darcy always comes through.

It's just a step
in the right direction.

Chestnuts?

OK. I am primed and ready.
I hope you didn't oversell.

If I did, it just means
more for me, so it's a win.

Thank you!

Alright.

You lose. I like it.

I already know what
I'm gonna do with them.

I'm mentally preparing a dish
right now.

You love what you do.

You do.

I can see it
when you talk about it.

Passed down from my dad.

His love for food
was infectious.

Every day, 6 p.m.,

family dinner before he'd go work
the nightshift.

That was his rule.

Your dad was a good guy.

I remember
he never missed a debate.

Yeah.
You know, the plan was

after culinary school, that I would
open a restaurant with him.

It was family style.

And I was off in Cincinnati
working and saving, then...

Life happens.

I wasn't going to give up
on our dream;

I'm just... doing it alone.

He was a good man.
I bet he'd be proud.

I'd be happy to be half the man
that he was.

Just, you get to a point in life
when someday becomes now

and you just gotta go for it full on.

I think that's why I felt like I...
I just had to break it off with Carl.

I knew it!

I knew there was something
going on with you and that guy.

I mean, was it the crippling awkwardness
that gave it away?

It could have been the daggers
that he's been staring at me.

He doesn't mean anything by it.
He's... he's a good guy.

He's the perfect guy.
Perfect job, perfect life.

Well, sometimes perfect
only exists on the surface.

I've been there.
My last relationship.

And you can't stay in something
just because it makes sense on paper.

That is exactly where I was.

I think that's why it's been good
for me to take a step back this week

and just look at the big picture.

And then the question becomes:
you really want to step back in?

Look, you two are sitting
underneath the mistletoe.

You know what that means.

Yeah, a mistletoe.

It's a great question actually. What
does a kiss under the mistletoe mean?

I haven't had the time.

- Really?
- I've been a little busy!

- Please.
- Alright, I'm on it.

Yeah.
I'll believe it when I see it.

I do have to say though.

You are every ounce
the man your dad was.

Come on.

This is the last of them.

You could just put it there
next to Charlene's supplies. Thanks.

Cocoa, everyone!

OK, so I should get going.

No, no. Luke, stay.
Have some cocoa.

The more the merrier,
I always say.

- Yeah, stay.
- OK.

It's lopsided.

Yeah, you know what? It needs
to go a little bit on the left.

- What?
- Yeah, it needs to be, you know,

perfectly symmetrical.
Have I taught you nothing?

Perfectionists, both of you.

I mean, he can take out an appendix,
but he can't hang Christmas lights.

I ran into Sally Bassman
just as were leaving tonight.

Ticket sales are down.

I suspect it's the rumour mill,
us taking it on at the late stage

...and then losing the designer...

...but why do people
have to talk so much?

OK, so we change the narrative.

You know, we talk about the Youth
Center, how it benefits them.

And maybe we do an e-mail blast to
the Pemberley League's entire mailing list.

Yeah, that's a great idea.
Caylee's a graphic designer,

I'm sure she could come up
with something great for us.

- Now, that is a good idea.
- I could talk to my brother,

have him reach out to the
clientele at his law firm too.

Yeah, and Dad's clients.

Those are the people who would
come to this event anyway.

Many of them are, but I'll be happy
to reach out to others.

OK, let's create new buzz.

I think it's time
for the tree topper.

Well, I'm not allowed to climb,
lift or eat sushi.

I know this doesn't apply
to what we're doing here,

...but I'm really
gonna miss sushi.

Darcy,
why don't you do the honours.

OK.

- Can you grab the ladder?
- Yeah.

Next part is my job.

Edward, get the lights.

So pretty.

I actually have to...
Sorry.

Although honestly, I think it's a bit dim
down at the bottom here.

- Erica, it's so late.
- I was finishing year-end statements.

Have you checked
your e-mail recently?

- No, why?
- Austin didn't waste any time.

- Hey, what's going on?
- A message from the Maberlys.

They want Austin
on their account from now on.

She's poaching my client?
She is trying to drive me out.

Clearly.
I knew she was a snake.

Listen, I need you to call
Mark Spencer

and let him know I need to speak
with him immediately.

I'm gonna
leave him a message as well.

Yes. OK. We need to get to him
before Austin tells him who knows what.

That's what I intend
to do. Thank you, Erica.

Work call this hour?

Yeah. You know the old story.

Go into business with people,
operate with integrity,

and they try to drive you out
anyway.

That story. I hate that story.

Yeah, me too.

The one time I didn't
do everything on my own.

It's OK to put your trust
in people, Darcy.

Some of us still know your worth.

- Good night.
- Good night.

- Good morning.
- Good morning.

- Coffee's ready.
- Oh, good.

Darling, do you mind running over
to the Pemberley Youth Center?

They've got a banner that they're
gonna be displaying at the auction,

and I was to be there at 9
to meet with the director,

but now I have to meet
with the Pemberley League board.

Really? Why?

They didn't say, but...

I'm afraid
with the low-ticket sales,

they just might pull the plug
on the whole thing,

and that would be just so upsetting
for the children.

I'll keep reaching out
to my client base.

Yeah. I can reach out to mine too.
Well, most of them.

And I know people nearby,

I'm sure at the very least, they'd be
happy to donate to a good cause.

Don't think they're gonna pull
the plug this late in the game.

- Well, we'll soon find out.
- Luke's on his way over.

Why don't you let us grab
the banner,

and then you tell the board
we've got it under control.

Good luck.

And it's all thanks to the support
of the Pemberley League.

In fact, those kids playing volleyball
back there, every piece of equipment

was the result of last year's
holiday auction.

Art supplies, music.

We even have a youth choir now.

And that's the banner.
Come on down, kids.

As a way to say thank you.
They picked it out themselves.

Thank you.
This... this is so sweet.

Alright, everyone,

you can go back to making your
gingerbread houses. Come on.

You know what?
That's how we sell tickets.

We give the people something like that.
Something that moves them.

We could see if they'll perform
at the auction.

Yeah, but that's only good
the day of.

We need people to know
about these kids before then.

Wait, what if we put...

what if we put some sort of video
in the e-mail blast?

We put a face on it, and
that'll get people to show up.

I've got a really great camera
on my phone.

- Great. We should tell Beverly.
- Wait.

I've been thinking, and I'm
gonna waive my catering fee.

All the money needs to go to the event,
not overhead.

Luke, no, you can't do that.

You need the money for supplies and
staff and to help with your renovations.

So, I just put it off
for a little while. It's worth it.

I... Well, I don't know
what to say.

You know, my parents, a lot
of their friends are investors,

and they invest in things
other than the stock market.

Would these friends perhaps
be coming to the auction?

I know a few who are, yes.

And if there's anything they love
more than a good business idea,

...it's a good meal.

Hi, Mark.
It's Darcy Fitzwilliam again.

Could you call me back
as soon as you get this?

It's very important.
I'm available on cell anytime.

Thank you.

I think I should go to New York
for a meeting with him.

It'd help secure the account
if you're there in person.

Great. Darcy.

I'm gonna be in New York the second
week in January. Make time for dinner?

- Maybe all three of us?
- Yeah.

Yeah, we can definitely find a date
that works for everyone.

- What time does the designer come?
- Around 3.

Carl and I will finish our work
and then we'll help out.

- Happy to be of service.
- Sure, that sounds great.

Thanks, you guys.

Hey, how'd it go with the board?

Well, they're not pulling the plug.
Yet.

I think they just needed to be
reassured I did my best.

I'm having them send
their email list directly to you.

Great. Caylee and Luke are
in the kitchen editing the video,

- ...so it should go out today.
- OK. Not a moment too soon.

Alright.

How's it going?

OK, so the link works; I just
need to merge these contacts...

...and it's sent.

Thanks so much. I'll make sure
everyone knows you're helpful.

Good. I'm a one-woman show
and I could use the publicity.

- Well, that is the idea.
- OK, see you guys later.

- I gotta go meet your brother.
- Thank you, Caylee.

I wanted to tell you: I'm
gonna put a sign on the table...

- ...that you donated all the food.
- You don't have to do that.

- I'm bringing business cards.
- We're doing it for everybody.

You're not that special.

And here I thought it was
because you were warming to me.

But the sign is still gonna
have to say "Metro Tavern"...

...because you don't have a name.

It's not a decision that
can be taken lightly.

It's like
naming your child or a pet.

- There's no going back.
- I get it. You want it to...

- ...feel like they're at your table.
- Yes.

That's it.

Luke's Table.
It's so simple.

I bet you cannot believe
you didn't come up with that.

I may have had a fleeting thought,
once or twice.

Well, you're not the only one
with good ideas here, buddy.

Charlene's here and needs help
unloading. Give us a hand?

- What?
- No, you did not.

What? I don't know
what you're talking about.

OK.
I must have just imagined it.

Guess you just imagined that too?

- Really?
- You started this.

- And I'm gonna finish it.
- Don't count on it!

- OK, OK!
- I definitely won.

I didn't have much time
to plan,

but I've come up with some
designs you'll really like.

If they're half as beautiful
as the Montgomery store...

I've got everything we need...

...and I think we can get them done
in time with all hands on deck.

You have me until tomorrow.
I've got a lot of food prep.

If you need some help,
we could come after.

- I will. That'd be great.
- You know what I was thinking?

What if we curtained off this room,
kept the trees a surprise

and there was this big reveal
after the guests arrived?

That's a perfect idea.
Keep the suspense up.

Alright then, let's get started.

What's happening?

- What's that?
- This is great.

Yeah, it's a good look for ya.

I actually have to...

OK, here. Spin out.

Hello, Darcy Fitzwilliam.

Erica, hi.
Did Mark Spencer call back?

No, but I think it's time
for you to come back.

Why? What's wrong now?

Another client jumped ship
to Austin Avery.

- Who?
- Gambill.

Whatever Austin's saying
to poison them must be good.

- I made them a lot of money.
- Austin's purposely doing this

while you're gone. You need
to come back here and fight.

I can't, the event is in 2 days.

Keep calling Mark Spencer,
I will do the same. He's the key.

Are you OK?

Yeah, great.

I'm not gonna say anything
about us or your business...

...or even working for your dad.

I just want you to know
that I'm here for you.

That means a lot to me, Carl.
Thank you.

Hi, Darce. I didn't
know anyone was here.

Want some pie? It's chocolate
with an eggnog swirl.

Luke's recipe.

You don't have
to invite me twice.

You had me at pie.

You know, today,

I was looking around when
we were working on the trees...

...and I was thinking...

The house feels alive.

Yeah, it's the Christmas spirit.
It's contagious.

So, what's the occasion
for such a decadent treat?

I think it's the phrase,
"pie clears the mind".

You want to talk about it?

Dad, are you happy
in your work?

I mean, you've built this
incredible empire, but...

...are you really happy?

Work isn't only about the job.
Sometimes it's about...

...what kind of footprint you want
to leave after you're gone.

That's important to you.

I was always determined to build
something that would outlast me.

Me, too. And we have.

That's why it meant so much to me
to have you be a part of it.

Dad, if you value me so much,
you have to value my judgment.

I do.
I just know you're unhappy.

This stuff with your partners,

maybe it's a message
that it's time to move on.

You know,
Carl is a great young man.

The two of you, together, would take
my company through the stratosphere.

The problem with that is...
it's what would make YOU happy.

- I just want the best for you.
- I know. I just...

I'm being pushed out.

My best client isn't
calling me back, I...

I don't know what's best for me.

You know what I've always
told you and your brother.

When somebody tries to wrong you,
do you cave or do you fight?

My Di has always been to fight,
but...

I guess this time I don't know
if I'd be fighting just to win.

There's another part to that
advice that I should've added;

Walking away isn't always
a sign of weakness.

Sometimes it's an even
bigger show of strength.

Thanks, Dad.

What you need is more pie.

Hi! My parents are helping Charlene
finish the last tree...

...so you have your sous-chef.

Good, because your mom just
texted me the final head count.

I think the video's working.

We've gotten more ticket sales
since the email went out.

Yeah, we have so much to do
to get ready for tomorrow.

We need to get started,
'cause I have to go buy a dress.

I mean, I can't wear this.

See? Aren't you glad
that you didn't re-gift it?

Yeah. This just...

This smells incredible.
It smells like Christmas.

I had no idea you were
such a talented chef.

Why don't you take some pies
out of the oven to cool,

and I'll finish this up.

They're chocolate chestnut,
by the way.

A friend of mine recently introduced me
to chestnuts so I had to run with it.

- Stop it!
- No, I refuse.

You're amazing.

I mean, you're an amazing chef.
You're like a superhero with pies.

It's our song.

Said no one ever. I'm sorry,
Jingle Bells cannot be our song.

What's wrong with Jingle Bells?
It's a classic.

- For a 3rd grade recital.
- Fine.

- An improvement?
- It's not.

This is impressive.
What is happening right now?

OK. There's something I want
to show you that I made.

These were the place cards for
Christmas dinner when I was a kid.

I'm gonna put them
on all the food tables.

This is adorable.
And so clever.

I've got dozens of
little ideas like this.

Never know which one I'm gonna
pull out of my sleeve that day.

So why don't you sugar those
and I'll finish up with this.

Of course. Right.

You know, you're really lucky.

How's that?

You know exactly what you want
and how to go about getting it.

I'm just trying to do
what I love.

What is it that you love,
Darcy?

I love my job.
I do.

But it's not just about accounts,

it's about the people behind the
accounts that matter, you know.

I'm just trying to get my
colleagues to see it that way.

I feel like we should use
our resources

to help everybody become
financially secure.

And I know I can make a difference
if they would let me.

You may not feel like you're
making a difference, but...

...you are in other ways.

Why you keep checking
your phone?

I'm just waiting
for a client to call.

You know what?
I think I like the other one better.

The boutique's gonna let me
bring one back tomorrow.

Plus they donated a gown
for the silent auction.

You really got the community
to step up. That's great.

Yeah, this one's pretty, but
I think I like the red better, too.

Yes, with there been Christmas
I feel red's more appropriate, right?

Plus it looks great on you, in case
there's anyone you want to impress.

There's not.

The more I think about Carl,
as great as he is, I just...

It's become very clear to me
this week...

...that I don't think
I can get back with him.

I need to move forward.
And I need to be honest with him,

but first I have to get through
this party unscathed.

Could it be one Luke Bennett
that brought on this revelation?

What are you talking about?

Come on. I saw you two
at Pemberley Carols.

What does it matter?

I'm going back to New York after
Christmas and he has a business, here.

- Look, I'm gonna be blunt.
- Is that a new thing for you, really?

I have noticed a light in you
this week. It's nice to see.

It's because I'm with my family,
and the event, and Christmas...

And Luke.

Jim says he's noticed the
same thing in his brother.

Yeah, because we're working
on something together.

We're working
towards a common goal.

Darce, you can deny what's
going on right under your nose,

...but I'm not going to.

I mean, how could it ever work?
We live in two different cities.

Darce, you haven't been
happy for a while now.

Maybe it's time to not only
change up your business...

...but change your geography too.

And we've already
removed all the furniture.

Darce! This is Sally Bassman
from the Pemberley League board.

She's just come here for a little
walk-through before the event tonight.

I was just telling your mother
everything looks exquisite.

Calling your family was one of the
best decisions we could've made, really.

- You pulled it off beautifully.
- Thank you, Sally.

We've actually had a
lot of outside help, too.

Hey, Darcy, have you heard
from the service staff?

I haven't seen any servers yet.

No, I haven't, but I'm sure
they're on the way.

Everything okay, Luke?

Yeah. Of course. They're not even
late yet. I was just wondering.

Sally, meet Luke Bennett.
He's our caterer.

He's actually helped plan the event from
top to bottom, truly every single detail.

And Sally Bassman's on
the Pemberley League board.

- Very nice to meet you.
- Nice to meet you.

Here they are.
Text from the staffing service.

Servers are on their way.

Great.
Sally's not only on the board,

she's also one of the original investors
in Dairy Leaf Ice Creamery.

I love that place.

Yes. The first time I tried it, I knew
there was something special there.

- I have an instinct for these things.
- Wait until you taste Luke's food.

It is incredible.
He actually bought Metro Tavern,

although the name is gonna
be changing soon.

Mom, why don't you
bring her in the kitchen

and have a sample
of tonight's menu?

I'd love that.
I'm starving.

- Wonderful idea. Follow me.
- See you soon.

Alright, enjoy.

OK, what is going on?
You said they just texted you.

Yeah, they did. But it was
to say that they're not coming.

Other than three people from
my restaurant, we have no servers.

He apologized profusely,

but said that they have us
booked for tomorrow night.

Yeah, despite three emails
from me all mentioning the date.

And there's really no one
available at the last minute?

Saturday night, party season.
Their people are all booked up.

- I'll never use them again.
- We have a house full of people

coming and no one to pass
hors-d'oeuvres and serve food.

I worked my way through
college as a waiter. I can help.

Monica, we're not gonna let
you be on your feet all night.

Please, she still runs 3 miles
every day. She can handle it.

And I can mix a mean drink,
so put me behind the bar.

Thank you, really. I know you
wanted to enjoy the evening.

- We're family. It's what we do.
- We can ask Jim and Caylee.

- I'm sure they'd help out, too.
- Okay, so that's four people,

but we were expecting
a lot more staff.

Who's gonna man the food station?
Who's gonna serve?

- Hey, Beverly. Come in.
- Hey, Darcy.

The kids are all here.

We don't want to be in the way,
while you finish setting up,

but they'd love to help if
there's anything we can do.

- Are you thinking what I'm thinking?
- I hope so, 'cause my idea is brilliant.

Luke said...

He said the kids' choir costumes
are perfect.

It's a great fix. Honestly,
even better than hired help.

It is, 'cause it's personal.
It means something,

which is why I wanted them here.
Didn't expect to put them to work.

No, they're just excited
to show their gratitude.

- It's like it was meant to be.
- Yeah, it does feel that way.

Kinda feels like I'm part
of something transformative.

- I want to do more.
- Like what?

I wanna work with people, not
just be part of the bottom line.

- I wanna be of service.
- I can't think of anything...

...more wonderful at Christmas,
than being of service.

Alright, we have to hurry up.
This thing is happening.

It's happening.

I look like a penguin, don't I?

Not a penguin, more like...
more like James Bond.

I'll accept that compliment, milady,
and raise you one.

- Was that James Bond?
- Yes.

Very much so.
You look stunning.

Thank you.

So the kids are doing great.

Guests are mingling, we're
plying them with food and drink

and they're starting to bid
on the silent auction.

Good. It's almost time
to unveil the trees.

I'll gather round the kids,
you find Charlene?

Sounds good.

Mark! What are you doing here?
Listen, I've been calling you.

I was with my family
at our cabin in the Poconos.

I needed a few days to unplug.

Imagine my surprise
when I plugged back in.

- Sorry about all the messages.
- They weren't all yours.

I called your assistant and she
told me where I could find you.

Now, integrity is crucial
when I choose anyone

to take care of any aspect of
my finances or my businesses.

I feel the same exact way.
Whatever Austin may have said...

I don't believe a word of it.

Anyone who would treat
their partner that way...

I don't care how many clients you have
and how big or small they may be.

You've done your job.
And very well for me, at that.

I'm so happy to hear you say that.

I'm gonna be selling them
my share.

We have a different vision,
my partners and I.

I think this will be
the best thing for all of us.

Well, then let me be clear.
Wherever you go, I'm with you.

Thank you.

- We're ready.
- Great. Looks like Sally Bassman's a fan.

No, you have no idea.

She wants to talk to me about
my restaurant as soon as possible.

- Her words, not mine.
- That is incredible.

I actually have some big news, too.
Kind of life-altering.

It's a long story.

- As soon as we're done with this.
- OK. Well...

Good evening, everyone.

My mother, Gloria Fitzwilliam,
has asked me to speak,

so, on behalf
of the Pemberley League,

thank you so much for being
here tonight to celebrate

...this wonderful cause.

You know, Christmas isn't just a day
or a season; it's a state of mind.

It's a time of giving and that's...

that's something I'd like to
hold onto throughout the year.

When we see the tangible
impact we have on others,

how can we not be moved?

So I'm very proud
to introduce you

to Beverly Jensen and the
Pemberley Youth Center Choir.

You may recognize them
as our servers tonight.

This was just a small way
they wanted to say thank you.

That was so beautiful.
So please, eat, drink, dance...

...and enjoy the beautiful trees,
custom designed...

...by local Pemberley interior
decorator, Charlene Johanson.

And our live auction is set
to begin in one hour.

Fabulous.

You were great, absolutely great.
Thanks.

- Hey.
- Hey. The kids are a hit.

Happy accidents, right?

What are you two doing, standing here
while this beautiful Christmas music plays?

- Come on!
- Shall we?

Sure.

- Tonight has been perfect.
- It has.

This whole week, despite
the stress and the mishaps...

it's given me a lot of clarity.

- About?
- About what I want in my life.

What really fills me up.
Being with my family

and seeing my brother and
Monica take this next step and...

I've made a big decision
about something I want.

- I'd love to hear it.
- I've decided...

There you are. Your
mother is looking for you.

- I'll be right back.
- Yeah.

Wait, where's my mom?
You said she needed me.

I needed to talk to you.

I tried to give you
some space, Darce.

- There's so much I need to say.
- Carl...

Please,
just let me get this out.

I wasn't born yesterday.

I see the way you look
at that Luke guy.

That's not what you think.
Maybe. I don't know.

What I do know is that
you and I fit, Darcy.

We're cut from the same cloth.

We work in the same field,
we speak the same language.

You and this Luke guy...

Sure, he's nice, but...
you wouldn't be happy here.

You're a New Yorker now.

Your life is there.
Your business is there.

And I'm there.

And we work.

Let's go back to New York together,
like it's supposed to be.

Carl, you are such good man,

but it's not right.

We're not right.

Yes, the optics look great,

but it needs to be more
than just a good fit.

It has to be love.

And I don't think that's
what you're feeling either.

We could've been good together.

We both deserve more
than just good.

I...

I want you to be happy.
You know that, right?

And I want the same for you.

I think I'm going to
go back to New York now.

Merry Christmas, Darcy.

Merry Christmas, Carl.

Hey, Jim,
can you keep an eye on things?

- I just need a minute.
- You okay?

Yeah. Darcy just got back
with her ex.

- What?
- I saw it with my own eyes.

She said that she made
a big decision.

I guess that was it.

No way. That is not possible.
I need to go find her.

It was never gonna work
anyway, right?

You're gonna be OK. You're on
the verge of getting your dream.

Eyes on the prize, Luke.

Yeah. You're right.

I'm gonna get some air.
I'll be back in a few.

- Carl told you he's leaving?
- He wanted to assure me

that none of this would impact
his job performance in any way.

Of course.
He's a professional.

He is.

And he will remain at the helm
of my New York branch

until I find someone up to par
so I can finally retire.

I know. I know.
It's not you.

Dad, our family
means everything to me.

You've taught me everything I know,
not just in business, but in life.

I don't know if I've ever
thanked you for that.

No thanks necessary.

You know,

I think you got all of my strengths
and none of my weaknesses.

So...

what if we combined
the best of both of us?

- What are you saying?
- Let's say I come on board.

- We have no investment minimums.
- Done.

And I get to take on any
client I want, big or small.

Absolutely.

And we help small businesses
find the funding they need.

We'll consider it a sort of angel
investment arm of the company.

I like that.

- And...
- There's more?

We create
the Fitzwilliam Foundation.

Dedicated to philanthropy
in our community.

We have fundraisers, we help people,
just like the Pemberley League does.

You got a lot of demands,
young lady.

- And they're all reasonable.
- And better than the last.

- You've got a deal.
- I think we do.

We're going to do
great things together.

I already secured
a very big client tonight.

I always knew I'd get you
back into my company,

...one way or the other.

Thanks, Dad.

- I love you.
- I love you, Dad.

Have you seen Luke?
None of the staff have seen him.

No, but Carl just left a few
minutes ago looking pretty grim.

Yeah, it's over.

- For real this time.
- I'm so sorry, Darcy.

But there are so many fish
in that sea of New York City.

There are fish everywhere.
You're gonna be fine.

- Maybe even here in Pemberley.
- What?

- Are you thinking about staying?
- I have to go.

What just happened?

OK, everyone,
time for the tree auction!

- Darce!
- Hi.

- Did you get back with Carl?
- What? No!

- Where did you hear that?
- Luke.

He saw you guys. He seemed
pretty upset about it.

No... No, no, Carl and I
did not get back together.

Luke is crazy about you, Darce.

- It's so obvious.
- But where is he?

Nobody seems to know.

He said he was going to get some air,
so we came out to look for him.

We can't find him anywhere.

- He wouldn't leave, would he?
- He'd never walk out on a job.

Straight to voice mail.

OK, can you guys please
keep looking out here?

I'm gonna look inside. I have
to find him. I have to tell him.

- Tell him what?
- That I'm crazy about him, too.

I have a bid of $1,700,

looking for 1750.
Come on, folks, look at this.

It's a Colorado blue spruce,
come on!

- Everything OK, Darce?
- Yeah. Everything's perfect.

- I'm loving these high bids.
- I know!

- I've looked everywhere.
- He's not calling back, either.

I have to find him and
bring him back here.

- You want me to go?
- No. It should be me.

Take my car. Hurry back. We'll
cover for you while you're gone.

OK. Thank you.

Where are you going?

You can't leave your own party.

Where have you been?
We've all been looking for you.

Talking to Sally Bassman
by her car.

I ran into her outside,
offered to walk her to her driver.

Then, she wanted to talk about
the restaurant. About investing.

- That's great news.
- Yeah.

Looks like we've both had
a pretty monumental night.

No.

I mean, yes,
it's been great, but it...

hasn't been monumental
in the way you think.

You didn't get back together
with Carl?

No. How could I when...

How could I when my heart
belongs to someone else?

Someone who's fun and kind
and generous,

who makes me laugh and...

who showed me what it is to...

actually be a part of a team.

- You forgot handsome.
- Yes, incredibly.

Incredibly handsome.

OK, so now that I know the
news wasn't about Carl...

No, it wasn't.

The news is I'm selling my shares
and I'm staying in Pemberley.

I'm gonna work with my dad,
but on my terms.

That sounds like the
best of both worlds.

Yeah.
I think in Pemberley, I...

I think I found
the best of all worlds.

Look at that. You're up.
I hope you're prepared.

- Darcy, I'm...
- Come on...

Totally prepared.

In ancient Roman times, enemies at
war would reconcile their differences

underneath the mistletoe so they...

I didn't really wanna hear
the whole explanation.

It's just a good tradition.

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